Hmm, was okay but felt like a further step down in quality from the previous series. I don't understand why comedy writers don't realise when they take stuff too far - mainly I'm thinking of stuff like "give way to the left you old bitch!" (are we seriously to believe he would think that) and the pirate earrings - these are supposed to be "normal" youngsters and there is just no way he would do that. The loose bollock section was funny though (and on a purely ladsy level, how fit did both Charlotte Bigjugs and Carly look?!)

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Rudi Manchego's Simple Rustic Wisdom: If you look at a pebble, you will see your own face

Howard Moon: Fusion Minstrel Vince Noir: Gothic Fairy. The Boosh is Loose and it's coming at you like a shark with knees!

Well this episode reaffirmed my notion that this show is pants. I've given it a try a couple of times now and I can't see the appeal. It tries to be a teen Peep Show, without the sophistication, character or charm. I want nothing more than to relate to a gang like this (considering I used to hang about with similar types) but it never clicks, feels unbelievable and usually contrived. With this and the IT Crowd, I constantly get the feeling that I'm losing touch with my own generation, spiralling into an abyss where quotes are thrown at me daily, while I look on perplexed as to why these wondrous words amuse so many. I thought that the cinema would be a safe haven from such trifling material but I hear soon enough that the darkened theatre will be no escape from this bunch of bumbling twerps.

Well this episode reaffirmed my notion that this show is pants. I've given it a try a couple of times now and I can't see the appeal. It tries to be a teen Peep Show, without the sophistication, character or charm. I want nothing more than to relate to a gang like this (considering I used to hang about with similar types) but it never clicks, feels unbelievable and usually contrived. With this and the IT Crowd, I constantly get the feeling that I'm losing touch with my own generation, spiralling into an abyss where quotes are thrown at me daily, while I look on perplexed as to why these wondrous words amuse so many. I thought that the cinema would be a safe haven from such trifling material but I hear soon enough that the darkened theatre will be no escape from this bunch of bumbling twerps.

It's ironic how much of this speech could have easily come from the mouth of Will.

Well this episode reaffirmed my notion that this show is pants. I've given it a try a couple of times now and I can't see the appeal. It tries to be a teen Peep Show, without the sophistication, character or charm. I want nothing more than to relate to a gang like this (considering I used to hang about with similar types) but it never clicks, feels unbelievable and usually contrived. With this and the IT Crowd, I constantly get the feeling that I'm losing touch with my own generation, spiralling into an abyss where quotes are thrown at me daily, while I look on perplexed as to why these wondrous words amuse so many. I thought that the cinema would be a safe haven from such trifling material but I hear soon enough that the darkened theatre will be no escape from this bunch of bumbling twerps.

It's ironic how much of this speech could have easily come from the mouth of Will.

I think that's the most irritating response you could have given. Scabby's right: this show is awful. It's unbelivablly contrived and simply re-enforces the iditotic stereo-type of modern teens. Then again, based on how many people seem to like a show in which the most poplar gag is the line 'bus wankers' (M3GAL0LZ), maybe the stereo-type they're portraying is unfortunatley correct. Bad times.

Well this episode reaffirmed my notion that this show is pants. I've given it a try a couple of times now and I can't see the appeal. It tries to be a teen Peep Show, without the sophistication, character or charm. I want nothing more than to relate to a gang like this (considering I used to hang about with similar types) but it never clicks, feels unbelievable and usually contrived. With this and the IT Crowd, I constantly get the feeling that I'm losing touch with my own generation, spiralling into an abyss where quotes are thrown at me daily, while I look on perplexed as to why these wondrous words amuse so many. I thought that the cinema would be a safe haven from such trifling material but I hear soon enough that the darkened theatre will be no escape from this bunch of bumbling twerps.

It's ironic how much of this speech could have easily come from the mouth of Will.

I think that's the most irritating response you could have given. Scabby's right: this show is awful. It's unbelivablly contrived and simply re-enforces the iditotic stereo-type of modern teens. Then again, based on how many people seem to like a show in which the most poplar gag is the line 'bus wankers' (M3GAL0LZ), maybe the stereo-type they're portraying is unfortunatley correct. Bad times.

What, someone pointing out the irony of someone else slagging off a show while sounding uncannily like one of the characters from said show is the most irritating response you could think of? You've clearly never been on the imdb. Also, regardless of whether you find it funny or not, I don't buy this negative stereotype nonsense. Most teenage boys are idiotic, crude and horny - I know I was. Would you rather they made a comedy about the boring lads who sit quietly, finish their homework and are always home on time for their tea? That would be a hoot. And as for 'bad times', I'm more concerned about the kids who carry knives, steal cars and set fire to old people's hair on trains than I am those lying about their sexual conquests and shouting 'bus wankers'.

(the ones I dont but have a following) Father Ted Little Britain Vicar of Dibley Ad Fab

(other big for their time comedies) The Young Ones Steptoe and Son Are you being served Terry and June Some mothers do have em

Every single one of them was contrived!

The comedy in the Inbetweeners may be crude at times but it is also very intelligent at times. For me, a lot of what is mentioned is very similar to when I was in school some 20 odd years ago - even this weeks fashion show was spot on with regards to a popularity show.

Other episodes such as bunking off school, going as a gang to the funfair, trying to get into a house party, worrying about exams, going to the pub under age, school disco. In fact all of them except the Caravan club one ring true for me.

The comedy in the Inbetweeners may be crude at times but it is also very intelligent at times. For me, a lot of what is mentioned is very similar to when I was in school some 20 odd years ago - even this weeks fashion show was spot on with regards to a popularity show.

Other episodes such as bunking off school, going as a gang to the funfair, trying to get into a house party, worrying about exams, going to the pub under age, school disco. In fact all of them except the Caravan club one ring true for me.

And thats because Caravans are for Gypos!

Indeed, such moments in life are so broad that I think you'll struggle to find someone who doesn't relate. The concepts are faultless, the execution is horrendous. Sure, teenage boys are horny, ignorant and generally quite stupid, but while this show flounders in a sea of mediocrity, This Is England '86 manages to instill the same notions while being both funnier and poignant (granted it is a drama). Must try harder!

I really do love this show, it really is just like being back at school, I think it's the fact the conversation seems quite genuine and natural and just comes across as a bunch of mates talking and pissing about, rather than acting.

I do hope the next episode involves Jay a little more though, his lies are brilliant.

Love the show but thought that the first episode back was a little hit and miss. The whole testicle incident was classic but the rest was rather so-so, hopefully it will pick up as the season progresses.

the bit where Will was talking over the kid in the wheelchair by scat-bopping (dont know the right term) was the funniest thing on TV this year!

It was a funny moment, mostly for the fact that all 3 of them, particularly Will, could see it for the pathetic attempt it was. It wasn't just the fact that he was shouting him down, but coming after trying to wheel him away ("It has brakes, you know...") and deflect attention away from himself, he just looked mortified, like he couldn't believe the way doing it himself. Funniest thing on TV this year is a bit strong though - it wasn't even the funniest bit in that episode (that would be Simon's bollock... ).

Overall, it was an OK episode. I find Inbetweeners can be a bit hit and miss - more hit than miss, though, hence the reason I still watch it.

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